Councillor Richard Butler
Email: richard.butler@westnorthants.gov.uk
Council: West Northamptonshire
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
22 meetings · Page 1 of 5
Extraordinary Meeting of Full Council, Council - Monday 19th January 2026 5.00 pm
The Council met on Monday 19 January 2026 to discuss the proposed West Northamptonshire Local Plan and the appointment of key officers. The meeting's agenda included a significant item regarding the approval to consult on a draft of the West Northamptonshire Local Plan, which outlines the council's strategy for development, housing, and environmental protection up to 2043. Additionally, the council was scheduled to consider the appointment of a Monitoring Officer and a Chief Officer.
Cabinet - Thursday 15th January 2026 6.00 pm
Cabinet - Monday 22nd December 2025 6.00 pm
The Cabinet of West Northamptonshire Council is scheduled to meet on 22 December 2025 to discuss the 2026-27 draft budget and medium-term financial plan, along with financial monitoring reports and asset transactions. They will also discuss the performance of the One West Northamptonshire Plan and a shared services print contract.
Senior Appointments Committee - Monday 8th December 2025 9.00 am
The Senior Appointments Committee of West Northamptonshire Council convened to discuss the appointment of a new Chief Executive, who also holds the statutory role of Head of Paid Service. The meeting was scheduled to take place over two days.
Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel - Thursday 4th December 2025 12.30 pm
The Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel met to discuss the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner's (PFCC) Public Safety Plan, the operation of enabling services, and financial updates for both the Fire and Rescue Authority and policing. The panel endorsed the latest version of its work programme, with the addition of topics including the impact of street drug dealing and police governance reform proposals. The panel also requested reports on the outcomes of a conference on violence against women and girls, further information on victims of violent crime, and updates on performance against the Public Safety Plan.
Decisions from Meetings
76 decisions · Page 15 of 16
Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner's Fire and Rescue Statement for 2024/25
From: Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel - Thursday 19th June 2025 12.30 pm - June 19, 2025
Recommendations approved
Appointment of the Panel Chair for 2025/26
From: Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel - Thursday 19th June 2025 12.30 pm - June 19, 2025
...to appoint Councillor Mark Arnull as Chair of the Panel for the 2025/26 period.
Recommendations approved
Police, Fire and Crime Panel Work Programme 2025/26 and operating arrangements
From: Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Panel - Thursday 19th June 2025 12.30 pm - June 19, 2025
...the Panel agreed to a draft work programme for 2025/26 to be considered in September 2025, prioritizing shared enabling services, victim and witness services, PFCC accountability for recruitment and retention, and domestic abuse and violence, while also agreeing to online pre-meetings and continued membership in relevant networks.
Recommendations approved
Microsoft Software Licensing
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 3rd June 2025 6.00 pm - June 03, 2025
...to ensure continued access to Microsoft software and support for West Northamptonshire Council, Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, and Northamptonshire Partnership Homes, the Executive Director of Resources was authorised to procure and award a contract to an authorised supplier via an Enterprise Service Agreement.
Recommendations Approved
WNC (Car Cruising) Public Spaces Protection Order 2025
From: Cabinet - Tuesday 3rd June 2025 6.00 pm - June 03, 2025
...to make a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for three years to address anti-social vehicle-related activities, such as car cruising, throughout West Northamptonshire.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 22
Average per Month: 2.4
Decisions Recorded: 76